Cupping Therapy

The primary objective of cupping
therapy is to move Qi and Blood and remove Stagnation of any kind
from the body. Recent studies have shown that cupping therapy has many
therapeutic effects including:

-increase in blood circulation

-reduction in pain,
swelling, inflammation, and muscle spasm

-better flow of synovial fluids in the joints

-strengthens the digestive function and absorption of nutrients

-detoxifies the blood

-stimulate the parasympathetic and
sympathetic nervous systems creating an overall well being

What to expect during and after a
cupping therapy~

During the treatment the patient should
experience a pulling, stretching, warming sensation on the skin, but
not pain. If the cupping is too uncomfortable, please tell your
practitioner.

After cupping therapy, the patient will
most likely have slight markings at the site of the
treatment. The extent of the markings depends on the length and
strength of the treatment session. The markings usually fade within a
few days but may last up to a week or two. The markings will
usually appear worst after the first treatment but as the circulation
improves and stagnation is removed with each treatment, the marking
will decrease.

After treatment, it is normal to feel a
little light-headed and some thirst. It is important for the patient
to take their time when getting up from the treatment table and to
drink some water directly after treatment. In the winter, it is
important to stay warm and covered after treatment because the pores
are open and susceptible to external pathogens directly after a
cupping session.